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Sandra SHIELDS Obituary
SHIELDS, Sandra Sue (Franklin)
Was born on March 15, 1949 in Spokane, WA and died on August 31, 2017 at Spokane North Hospice House. She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Gary Shields, and two daughters Susan Clair and Amber Shields; her mother, Isabel Martinek, and three sisters: Jean Wheelock, Peggy Lindquist and Kay Aiken and one brother Steve Franklin. She also has one granddaughter Katie Prior and one grandson Patrick Prior. She was born in Spokane and then the family moved to Oregon and then she moved back to Spokane after graduating from high school. Got married and lived in Spokane Valley for 10 years and then moved to Greenbluff after her husband and her built a house.
She had a love for horses, camping, painting, reading and quilting. She joined the Greenbluff Home Ec Club and was chair person for the quilt committee for 22 years. She only gave it up after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and unable to do the things that she loved,
She will be cremated and her memorial service will be held on September 30 at the Greenbluff Grange in Greenbluff at 11:00 am. Pot luck after in the Grange basement.
Donations are to be sent to Hospice of Spokane in Sandra's name.
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Memories and Condolences
for Sandra SHIELDS
Peggy Lindquist
September 4, 2024
I remember you each and every day. I remember one particular conversation we had when you and Gary came down for Thanksgiving. We were just talking and you said, "Gary asked me the other day where were all my socks?" You said, "The girls don´t live here anymore and I don´t do socks." We laughed because we knew how you hated folding socks. Love and miss you sister.
Peggy Lindquist
September 4, 2022
Gary, Susan, and Amber, still miss my beautiful sister and think of her and you guys every day. Hugs and love you all.
Peggy Lindquist
September 4, 2021
It´s been 4 years and I still miss you. My heart was broken but I have so many good memories. I hope you have met up with some family and friends in heaven and one day we will all be together again. Love and miss you.
Peggy Lindquist
August 15, 2020
I still miss you and this is one of the hardest times of the year for me. I remember all our good times, our little squabbles, and wish I could turn back time. My heart is heavy but I know you are looking over us. Love and miss you sis.
Sue & Rick Gordon
September 18, 2017
Sue and Dave sorry for the passing of Sue's mom. I know your hearts are breaking but you have all the good times and fun to remember. That helps hold the broken heart together.
Kay Aiken
September 17, 2017
Miss you sis. You will always be in our hearts.May the good Lord watch over you. Until we see each other again. Have a glories
Time with all our friends and family who met you on this new adventure. Give them all hugs for me. Love always Kay
Dennis and Linda Godfrey
September 13, 2017
Gary - we are so sorry for you and yor family's loss. We will always remember Sandy and her beautiful smile and love of life. Hugs and prayers to you and your family.
Lowell Lehman
September 10, 2017
Gary, Susie, & Amber,
Our heart goes out to you in this terrible time. We know your pain, as we lost Martha only a month ago. You are in our thoughts & prayers. Lowell, Brian, Darin, & Staci Lehman
Shanna, Dave and Jake Arneson
September 10, 2017
Gary, Susan and Amber,
We are so broken hearted and so very sorry. I will always remember her the only way I have ever seen her, with a great big smile on her face. She was always smiling! We love you guys!
Fred and Sharon Shields
September 10, 2017
Gary,Susan,and Amber. Fred and I are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God Bless You, and we love you.
Peggy Lindquist
September 10, 2017
We will miss her each and every day. She will forever live in our hearts. Bless you for taking such good care of her all these years and know you are always a part of us too. Our hearts are heavy but we have such good memories. Love and prayers to you and the girls.
Jean Wheelock
September 10, 2017
Gary, Susan,and Amber. Your wife and mother was so much more. She was the family peacemaker, my best friend and go to person when I needed advice. As a sister I would not have asked for anyone better. She is loved and missed by all of us. You are all in our prayers and here for you when you need us.
Livvie Alban
September 10, 2017
Gary, Susan & Amber
I am so very sorry for your loss. Sandy was a very special lady. She will be missed very much by all her friends & family. She is at rest now with peace in her heart, doing what she loves, painting & quilting. She will be forever in my heart. Love to all of you.
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